RMA First Aid and Emergency Procedures 3

Question 1

A patient with a suspected sprained ankle should be treated using which protocol?

Accepted Answer

RICE

Answer

RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) is the standard care for sprains and strains.

Question 2

A patient is showing signs of shock. Which position is generally appropriate if no spinal injury is suspected?

Accepted Answer

Supine with legs elevated about 12 inches

Answer

Elevating the legs of a supine patient helps return blood to vital organs during shock.

Question 3

Which of the following is an early sign of hypovolemic shock?

Accepted Answer

Rapid, weak pulse and cool, clammy skin

Answer

Shock typically produces a rapid, weak pulse with cool, pale, clammy skin.

Question 4

For a minor first-degree burn, what is the appropriate initial first aid?

Accepted Answer

Cool the area with running cool water

Answer

Cooling a minor burn under cool running water reduces tissue damage and pain.

Question 5

A diabetic patient is confused, shaky, and sweating but is conscious and able to swallow. What should be given?

Accepted Answer

A fast-acting sugar source such as juice

Answer

These are signs of hypoglycemia, treated by giving a conscious patient a fast-acting sugar.

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